2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Town & Country | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
